Radiation Therapy Technologist (Full Time)
At the Lipson Cancer Institute, our diverse team of experts work together to provide exceptional care for a wide range of cancers. With over 40 years of continuous accreditation as an academic comprehensive cancer program with the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC), The Lipson Cancer Institute is a top destination for cancer treatment.
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SUMMARY
The Radiation Therapy Technologist will assist in the planning, set up, and delivery of a therapeutic dose of radiation under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist.
STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Lipson Cancer Institute - Clifton Springs Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Radiation Oncology
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday; Days
ATTRIBUTES
Graduate of two (2) year Radiation Therapist Program
NYS Licensure as Radiation Therapist required OR must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.
ARRT certification preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care. Perform simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist; construct immobilization devices and custom shielding; schedule patient appointments; deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation; take port films and labels to be checked appropriately; record treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking and landmark
Quality Control & Documentation. Ensure quality control procedures on equipment; keep daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients and non-malignant cases; keep necessary records for department statistics
ROCHESTER REGIONAL BENEFITS
401(k) Defined Contribution Plan
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Hearing Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance and Discounts
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program
Same-Day Pay
Professional Advancement
Employee Referral Program Bonus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)